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“If you’re interested in an active outdoor lifestyle, this region offers you a myriad of close-to-home opportunities to explore. Whether you prefer strenuous, multi-mile hikes, easy greenway strolls, mountain biking, bringing your horse for a trot in the woods, or paddling a river you can find it your place here.”

Marie Bostick, Land Trust of North Alabama

“Our son attended the STEM magnet New Century Technology High School, which has been far and away the best educational experience we’ve had.  We’ve appreciated the variety of options that Huntsville City Schools has been able to provide for education.”

Dennis Madsen, City of Huntsville

“I’ve collaborated with University of Alabama at Huntsville and Auburn’s Research and Innovation Center many times while here and have been very impressed by the quality of the staff, facilities, and capabilities of the students coming through their programs.”

Damon Feltman, Space Force Association

“Huntsville is a very smart, curious community.  We are also friendly and welcoming. Most of our residents have moved from somewhere else, and we know what it’s like to be in a new place. I have no doubt your neighbors will say hello pretty quickly and make you feel welcome.”

Claire Aiello, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

“If you are looking for small-town charm, you will find it. If you are looking for a vibrant downtown, we now have it. If you are looking for green pastures or mountain trails, we have those too. In many ways, Huntsville is a chameleon — a community that adapts to the people who call it home.”

Elizabeth Fleming, Huntsville City Schools

“When my husband retired, our children were in elementary school, active in sports and school, and I was working. Huntsville and Madison offered everything we were looking for: strong schools, a growing, welcoming community, excellent career opportunities, and great quality of life.”

Ashley Engles-Ross, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

“We have many similarities with the COS area in that we are a very military friendly region, we value our outdoors and have many opportunities for outdoor activities. We have a strong space heritage and appreciate and respect the contributions of space professionals across military, civil and commercial efforts.”

Jeff Gronberg, Redstone Regional Alliance

“I’m originally from New Jersey and landed at Redstone Arsenal via my husband’s Army career. The Redstone Region is the MOST military welcoming (and generally welcoming) place we have ever lived.”

Jennifer Holliday, Alabama Military Family Liaison

“My father was an Army EOD officer for 22 years. I was born in Aberdeen MD, and we moved nine times before I finished high school, living on Redstone twice. Most of us ‘aren’t from around here’ but now call it home. After years of being a nomad, I found a community where I could engage and make a difference.”

Lucia Cape, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

“We have access to great natural resources – hiking trails, camping, white water, lakes, bike trails, greenways, mountains. The music scene is fun and vibrant. I also love Colorado, the people, the geography, the vibe. Huntsville is more like COS than you’d think.

Mike Ward, Huntsville/Madison County Chamber

“I was born and raised in Augusta, Georgia — proudly known as the home of The Masters Tournament. In 2012, my family made the decision to relocate to north Alabama to be closer to family, and it has proven to be one of the best decisions we have ever made, both personally and professionally.”

Pammie Jimmar, Athens/Limestone County Chamber of Commerce

“I know people may wonder if they are giving something up. But what we found here was not less… it was different in the best possible way. We found room to breathe, opportunities to serve, a place to raise our children, meaningful work, deep friendships, and a community that shows up.”

PeggyLee Wright, The Company You Keep

“After experiencing multiple duty stations across North Carolina, New York, Virginia, and elsewhere, Huntsville stood apart because of the people, quality of life, opportunity, and family environment.  We made the deliberate decision to retire here..”

TJ Wright, Offset Strategic Services

“The public schools in North Alabama provide both the rigor we demand and the diversity the real world expects, meaning we feel confident in our options to meet each of our children’s needs..”

Penny Townson, Tennessee Valley Authority